Kolkata Knight Riders batter Venkatesh Iyer praised Andre Russell, calling him one of the finest T20 players after his brilliant bowling performance against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Russell picked up two wickets and bowled at the death in the match at Chinnaswamy stadium.
During a post-match press conference, Iyer mentioned that if Russell had batted, he would have also made an impact with his runs. Iyer highlighted Russell’s fitness and longevity in his career, stating that he always delivers when the team needs him.
Iyer acknowledged Russell’s all-round contribution in the game, emphasizing his ability to bowl at crucial moments. KKR is set to face Delhi Capitals on April 3 in Vizag. Russell’s performance has made him a key player to watch out for in the upcoming matches.
